Linda O'Reilly

Linda O'Reilly serves as Special Counsel at Tompkins Wake since October 2021, following an extensive career in legal and public sector roles. Previously, Linda was a Partner at Brookfields Lawyers for nearly two decades, specializing in providing advice to local government and public bodies. Experience includes senior roles in environmental law at Bell Gully, management of democratic services at Manukau City Council, and significant contributions to the Department of Conservation as Regional Solicitor. Linda's foundational legal experience began at Simpson Grierson and the Office of the Ombudsman, with additional early work in property administration at Manukau City Council. Linda holds an MBA from Massey University and multiple law degrees from the University of Auckland.